A 17-YEAR-OLD girl has died after being found hanged.

The young woman, named locally as Harriet Walsh, was found at about 11pm on Friday at her home in Maria Square, Belmont.

She was taken to the Royal Bolton Hospital, where she later died.

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A spokesman for Lancashire Constabulary said: “We were called by North West Ambulance Service at about 11pm on April 17 to the report that a woman aged 17 had been found hanged at an address in Maria Square, Belmont.

“She was taken to Bolton Hospital, where she later sadly died.”

There are not believed to be any suspicious circumstances, and a file has been passed to the coroner.

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A spokesman for North West Ambulance Service confirmed a 999 call was received at 11pm on April 17.

They added: “We sent two rapid response vehicles, an ambulance and a manager to an address in Belmont.

“The patient was taken to the Royal Bolton Hospital.”

Harriet was a pupil at Myerscough College in Bilsborrow, seven miles north of Preston, and before that studied at Turton High School.

A spokesman for Myerscough College, which specialises in subjects such as animal care, equine studies, horticulture and landscaping, said: “Harriet was a valued member of our community and will be sadly missed.

"Her tragic death has come as a real shock to everyone at Myerscough.

“During her time at Myerscough College it was clear that she loved animals and had chosen to dedicate herself to study in this field.

"Harriet knew a number of people across the college who grew to value her friendship.

“Our sincere sympathy and deepest condolences go out to Harriet’s family, friends and students.

"We will also be offering support and counselling to members of our college community who have been affected by the sad news.”